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How many people here generally buy used?

Just curious. Most of my equipment I purchased new. My Firstwatt J2 was a demo that I swear was new. Outside of a DAC where latest tech may be desired, buying used (if a fair price) seems to be a great way to purchase something you normally would not be able to afford. Of course, condition, care of component etc needs to be taken into consideration

Thoughts?
aberyclark
hshifi
572 posts
 
Hello,
If used is the best deal I say go used. When buying used keep in mind of the age of the capacitors. They can get costly when it’s time to replace them. What am I saying, audiophiles love
hshifi
572 posts
 
To spend money!
aberyclark OP
1,355 posts
 
A place like Audio Classics is ideal because they can inspect, repair, etc any Mac gear that they come across. 
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zavato
1,399 posts
 
Mostly used but I won’t buy anything beat up. For me to buy it used it’s pretty much got to look and work like it’s new. It’s been a good strategy as some excellent buys are to be had. Plus, I think I’ve assembled a pretty credible system as well. 
hickory_r
24 posts
 
Mostly used.  Certainly the best value.
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